CPSC2023-06-08
Bell Sports Recalls Giro Merit Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
Bell Sports Inc., of Scotts Valley, California
Hazard
The recalled helmets do not comply with the U.S. CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Giro Merit helmets and contact Giro for a free replacement helmet or a full refund.
Sold at
Epicenter Cycling, Freewheel Bike West Bank, Velotech and other stores nationwide, online at Giro.com, Backcountry.com and other websites from September 2021 through January 2023 for about $220.
Affected count
About 15,000 (In addition, about 1,465 were sold in Canada)
Injuries reported
None reported
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
Giro Merit Bicycle Helmets
Consumer contact
Giro at 800-456-2355 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or via email at consumersupport@bellgiro.com, online at https://www.giro.com/news/cycling/merit-helmet-voluntary-recall.html or www.giro.com and click on the recall banner at the top of the home page for more information.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Bell-Sports-Recalls-Giro-Merit-Helmets-Due-to-Risk-of-Head-InjuryDon't want to check this manually?
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